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Engine Oil Dip Stick - Dip Stick Tube: Service and Repair




Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the oil level indicator.
2. Loosen the nut holding the oil level indicator tube bracket to the exhaust manifold stud.
3. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Pull upward.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the oil indicator tube to the engine. Ensure that the O-ring is in place. Ensure that the oil level indicator tube is fully seated in the engine.
2. Slide the oil indicator tube bracket onto the exhaust manifold stud.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the oil level indicator tube bracket nut on the exhaust manifold stud.

Tighten the nut to 19 Nm (14 lb ft).

4. Install the oil level indicator.